Fraldinha recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026

Fraldinha Recipe

Time2h 30m
Serves4

Bottom Sirloin. Fraldinha is one of the most distinctive and flavorful cuts of meat from Southern Brazil due to its strong marbling characteristics. Our gaucho chefs carve against the grain to ensure the cut remains as tender and flavorful as possible.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and chopped thyme. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Meat

    Rub the marinade all over the fraldinha. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for best flavor.

  3. 3

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to high heat.

  4. 4

    Cook the Meat

    Place the fraldinha on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached.

  5. 5

    Rest and Slice

    Once cooked, remove the meat from the grill and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Slice against the grain to ensure tenderness.

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